Niederelbehütte
1.7
2,300m
Tyrol, Austria
About
Niederelbehütte sits at 2,300m in the Zillertal Alps in Tyrol. Reach it from the village of Mayrhofen via the Zillertal valley. The standard approach takes 3–4 hours on foot from the valley floor, gaining 1,400m elevation. Snow may block access from November through May. Scrambling skills help but aren't essential for the main trail.
The hut sleeps around 40 guests in mixed and private rooms. Half-board (dinner, bed, breakfast) is standard; packed lunches available. The kitchen serves traditional Austrian fare. No showers or WiFi—plan accordingly for a genuine mountain experience. The hut stays open from June through October. It's staffed year-round but winter access is unreliable and requires mountaineering experience. Check conditions before attempting a winter visit.
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone (+43 664 2605 122) or email to reserve. Weekend demand is heavy; weekday visits have better availability. The hut accepts cash and card payments. Check access conditions with the keepers before setting out in shoulder seasons—early June and late September snow can surprise.
The hut sleeps around 40 guests in mixed and private rooms. Half-board (dinner, bed, breakfast) is standard; packed lunches available. The kitchen serves traditional Austrian fare. No showers or WiFi—plan accordingly for a genuine mountain experience. The hut stays open from June through October. It's staffed year-round but winter access is unreliable and requires mountaineering experience. Check conditions before attempting a winter visit.
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone (+43 664 2605 122) or email to reserve. Weekend demand is heavy; weekday visits have better availability. The hut accepts cash and card payments. Check access conditions with the keepers before setting out in shoulder seasons—early June and late September snow can surprise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August, especially for weekends; contact the hut by email or phone to confirm availability and secure your spot.
Niederelbehütte is staffed from June to October; snow typically blocks access from November through May.
Start from Mayrhofen village in the Zillertal valley and follow the main trail for 3–4 hours, gaining 1,400m elevation.
Half-board (dinner, bed, breakfast) is standard; the hut sleeps around 40 guests in mixed and private rooms, and packed lunches are available on request.
Yes—the main trail requires no scrambling skills, though the 1,400m elevation gain means reasonable fitness is needed; the hut is a solid choice for hikers new to multi-day Alpine trips.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
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- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 676 41 52 355
- Website
- http://www.niederelbehuette.at/